About John Aston
Lived 1882 – 1951 (aged 68). John Aston was a cricketer.
John Aston (20 November 1882 – 9 January 1951) was an Irish cricketer. He was a right-handed batsman and right-arm medium pace bowler.
He made his debut for the Gentlemen of Ireland on their tour of North America in 1909, playing against a team representing New York City. He then played two first-class matches against Philadelphia on the same tour. He later played two first-class matches for Ireland in 1925, one against Scotland and the other against Wales in addition to a match against the MCC at Lord's. His brother, Herbert Aston, was also a first-class cricketer and played international rugby union.
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Who was John Aston?
Irish cricketer (1882-1951)
When was John Aston born?
John Aston was born on 20 November 1882.
When did John Aston die?
John Aston died on 9 January 1951.
What was John Aston's occupation?
John Aston was a cricketer.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: John Aston (cricketer)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). John Aston. https://biography.guide/john-aston-cricketer/
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